Every day we offer in-depth paid tours. Some of these tours explore the building and the Parliament in more detail while others explore special stories of the collections and people at Parliament House. These tours rotate throughout the year.

For security purposes, participants must present photo identification for all behind the scenes tours of the building. In the event a patron does not have this, they will be unable to participate.

Parliamentary sitting days:

On days when Parliament is sitting these tours will explore highlights in the public spaces of the building. Get more out of your visit by combining an in-depth tour with a visit to Question Time to see Parliament in action.

Times: 10.00am, 12.00 noon, and 3.00pm every day (except Christmas)

Duration: 55 minutes

Cost: Adults $15, Concession/Child $10

Non-sitting days:

When Parliament is not sitting paid tours may go behind the scenes, providing a special opportunity to explore some of the building’s private spaces. ‘Behind the scenes’ tours are only available on non-sitting days.

Times: 10.00am, 12.00 noon, and 3.00pm every day (except Christmas)

Duration: 55 minutes

Cost: $25, Concession/Child: $20

Current in-depth tours:

Exploring Magna Carta—family tour

How did Magna Carta 1297 come to Australia? What was King Edward I like? Who were his barons and knights? Who wrote Magna Carta? Who could read it?

Discover the story of Magna Carta on this fun, family role-play tour. You'll be taken back to medieval England as you become one of the characters in this dramatic story.

Magna Carta to modern day: the path to Australian democracy

This in-depth tour explores the history of Magna Carta, its impact on the evolution of Australian democracy, and why it continues to be relevant today.

Discover Parliament House

Are you interested in learning more about one of Australia's most iconic buildings? Have all of your questions answered on this in-depth tour of Parliament House.

On occasion we may need to change our tour times or offerings. For more information before you visit please contact Visitor Services on (02) 6277 5399 or visitorservices@aph.gov.au

School tours

School tours of Parliament House are available to all Australian Primary and Secondary schools. For bookings and information on school programs, please click on the links below.

Private tours

Private tours of the building are available to members of the public and visiting tour groups. If you are visiting with a larger group or would like a more personalised experience we recommend that you consider pre-booking a private tour. Special interest tours led by specialist staff may also be available at the time of your visit. Pre-booking is required for all private tours. A minimum of 20 people is required for private tours. Please submit a private tour booking form to visitorservices@aph.gov.au

Graduate tours

Graduate tours are available to Government Department Graduate Programs, at a cost of $5.00 per Graduate. Graduate Tours are available 9.00am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday, including sitting and non-sitting periods. Minimum numbers apply. Bookings are essential, please complete the graduate tour booking form and submit it to visitor.services@aph.gov.au